Spitfire Aeronaut Instructions Manual

Introduction:

The model should be assembled following the sequence of the stages of construction described in these instructions.
The laser-cut components are individually numbered. The manufacturing method leaves small tabs on some parts which
have to be cut away using a thin-bladed modelling knife. The dark edges of the laser-cut parts should be rubbed off using
abrasive paper in order to obtain sound glued joints. Check that all components fit accurately before reaching for the glue,
and carry out any minor trimming required. Allow all glued joints to dry out fully before starting the next stage of
construction. We recommend a fast-setting white glue for all joints. If water-soluble glue is used, corrections are possible
simply by moistening the appropriate area, even after the joint has dried. Once painted over, the glue becomes waterproof
in any case. Please take care to prevent adhesive running onto the untreated mahogany parts and any external surfaces
which will be visible on the finished model, as the glue will show up through the final painted finish. We recommend that
you apply a thin coat of sanding sealer (Order No. 7666/02) to the mahogany components before gluing, followed by
rubbing down with 320-grit abrasive paper. The whole of the boat - inside and out - must be given several coats of clear
waterproof boat lacquer before it is placed in the water, as this seals the wood and the glued joints. If you have to glue
parts to areas which have already been lacquered, use two-pack adhesive for those joints.

Power system:

Aqua Race 60 outboard motor
without electric motor and propeller
28 mm Ø outrunner motor / 3.17 mm shaft / 3000 KV
Two-blade boat propeller, 29 - 31 mm Ø
actronic 40 speed controller
Prog-Card for actronic 40
2 x 2S 1800 mAh LiPo or 7 NiMH cells
6
6.1
0
5
2
Insert frames 1 to 4
in the slots in the
Depron jig 0. Insert
the keel 5 in the
notches in the
frames and the jig 0,
and glue the parts
together. Allow the
glue to set hard, then
glue the stringers 7
in place as shown.
6.1
Order No. 7005/01
Order No. 7002/51
Order No. 7002/49
5
5 7

Tip

Gluing the internal part 4.1 of frame 4 to the structure
produces a buoyancy chamber in the bow which
renders the boat unsinkable.
8
3
Fit the hull sides 8 in the notches of frames 1 to
4, aligning them with the step in frame 3 - as
shown in the detail view - before gluing them to
the stepped shoulder of parts 6.1. Glue the hull
sides 8 to the frames and the stringers 7.
We recommend our aero-pick modelling
pins, Order No. 7855/02, for holding
parts together during construction.
1
Glue together the bow components 6 and 6.1,
noting that they are handed, i.e. different left and
right. Glue these assemblies to either side of the
keel 5.
7
4
3
Order Number
3052/00
2
3
7
7
8
1
3
3